This Boy's Life
Directed by Michael Caton-Jones · 1993 ·
Is This Boy's Life worth watching?
Yes. This Boy's Life (1993) earns a 70% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one. See the 4 inputs.
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Also known as Mi vida como hijo Vida de este chico Blessures secrètes O Despertar de um Homem ボーイズ・ライフ 디스 보이스 라이프 男孩的生活 這個男孩的生活
Theatrical release Where to watch
Streaming availability varies by region — our catalogue lists Disney+ in Indonesia. Check local listings for your region.
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Where to watch This Boy's Life by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| India | Vi Movies & TV |
| Indonesia | Disney+ |
| Japan | Disney+ |
| Malaysia | Disney+ |
| South Korea | Disney+ |
| Turkey | Disney+ |
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Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (76/100).
- General viewers mostly liked it (80%).
- Celluloid Score 70% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.
Best for
- Fans of Drama
Not ideal for
- Viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films
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Is This Boy's Life worth watching?
Yes — This Boy's Life earns a 70% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits fans of Drama, but viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films may want to skip it.
Celluloid verdict
Early DiCaprio opposite De Niro — a stepfather memoir of abuse, rebellion, and becoming Tobias Wolff.
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Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.
What is This Boy's Life about?
When a son and mother move to Seattle in hopes for a better life, the mother meets a seemingly polite man. Things go south when the man turns out to be abusive, endangering their lives. As the mother struggles to maintain hope in an impossible situation, the son has plans to escape.
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This Boy's Life: frequently asked questions
Is This Boy's Life worth watching?
Yes. This Boy's Life (1993) has a Celluloid Score of 70%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.
Where can I watch This Boy's Life?
In the United States you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: Vi Movies & TV in India; Disney+ in Indonesia; Disney+ in Japan; Disney+ in Malaysia. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is This Boy's Life?
This Boy's Life runs 1 hour 55 minutes (115 minutes).
What is This Boy's Life rated?
This Boy's Life is rated R in the United States, 15 in the UK, 13+ in Indonesia and 19 in South Korea. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in This Boy's Life?
This Boy's Life is directed by Michael Caton-Jones and stars Leonardo DiCaprio, Robert De Niro, Ellen Barkin, Jonah Blechman, Eliza Dushku.
What is the Metascore for This Boy's Life?
Metacritic's Metascore for This Boy's Life is 60 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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